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Ratings & Reviews

Synopsis

Tequila SunriseFor his first directorial project in six years, Robert Towne selected a timeworn romantic-triangle yarn, injecting the material with subtlety and conviction. Tequila Sunrise stars Mel Gibson and Kurt Russell as two lifelong friends who, in true James Cagney-Pat O'Brien fashion, grow up on the opposite sides of the law. One is a retired drug dealer (at least he says he is), the other a "celebrity" cop. Both fall in love with gorgeous restaurateur Michelle Pfeiffer. Veteran movie buffs will enjoy spotting director Budd Boetticher as a judge, and will welcome the presence in the production credits of cinematographer Conrad Hall, who earned an Oscar nomination for his richly textured color camerawork. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi

Overall Customer Rating

Great Plot and Storyline.

July 30, 2012

This movie has it all. I watch it every year on my birthday and never tire of it. It has action, adventure and romance. This is Mel Gibson, Kurt Russel and Michele Phfiefer at their best. I believe that this is one of the most underrated movies of this decade. Please watch this and decide for yourself....But when you fall in love with this movie (as well as your girl) thank me!!!!

1988 film that still holds up

December 4, 2014

One of my favorite films from my youth. Pfeiffer and Gibson steam up the screen in this action crime drama while Russell and Raul Julia play great supporting roles. It is a story of best friends who are on opposite sides of the law and involved with the same women. We follow the police investigation trying to take down a Mexican drug lord while we get involved in the relationship between Pfeiffer, Gibson and Russell.
Blu-ray disc, packaging, picture and sound quality good. Presented in 177:1 aspect ratio.

Surprisingly smooth film

February 18, 2014

This glossy yet refined presentation of old high school chums who have gone in different directions in lives after graduation is stunning in it's presentation. The subtle but increasing rivalry between Gibson and Russell over Ms Pfeiffer reminds one of Golden 1930's, 1940" Hollywood.
Here is a well directed movie that move smartly along matched only by the exceptional cinematography. A must see movie with the three main actors in their prime.

Great summer escape, especially in winter.

July 12, 2013

This movie is upbeat and underscores the importance of friendship, loyalty and love. The plot includes drugs, fine dining, surfing, lovemaking, good parenting, and ACTION! The confluence of all these makes for entertainment.